Today, we're diving into Elemental Spell Builds, showcasing three of my favorites that can help you crush maps, annihilate bosses, and enjoy the thrill of spellcasting mayhem. Whether you're looking for power, versatility, or budget options, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s get started!

1. Archmage Arc Hierophant

• Class: Templar (Hierophant)

• Main Skill: Arc

• Playstyle: High-mana spellcaster with devastating lightning damage.

Overview

The Archmage Arc Hierophant takes the classic Arc skill and elevates it by stacking an immense mana pool. Using the Archmage Support Gem, which converts up to 19% of your mana into extra lightning damage, this build offers incredible clear speed and devastating boss damage. Coupled with Kitava’s Thirst and Anathema, you can curse enemies up to six times for overwhelming damage output.

Pros

• Clear Speed: 10/10. Arc’s chaining effect obliterates large packs of monsters effortlessly.

• Boss Damage: 10/10. Single-target damage becomes devastating with Crackling Lance.

• Survivability: 9/10. A massive mana pool ensures high survivability by absorbing 50% of damage through mana. Instant leech mechanics keep your life pool full.

Cons

• Expensive: Requires at least 10 Divine Orbs to function effectively.

• Complex Gear Requirements: All gear must boost mana, making the setup process challenging.

Mandatory Uniques

1. Kitava’s Thirst (Helmet): Automatically triggers socketed gems when you spend at least 100 mana.

2. Anathema (Ring): Increases your curse limit based on maximum power charges.

2. Arc Totems Hierophant

• Class: Templar (Hierophant)

• Main Skill: Arc

• Playstyle: Totem-based caster with a focus on safety and ease of play.

Overview

Perfect for beginners, the Arc Totems Hierophant combines the safety of totems with the power of Arc. Totems cast the Arc skill on your behalf, allowing you to clear maps and bosses from a safe distance. With minimal investment, this build shines as a reliable POE currency farmer and a gateway to more advanced setups.

Pros

• Affordable: 35 Chaos for early maps; around 3 Divine Orbs for comfortable Atlas progression.

• Safe Playstyle: Totems handle the combat while you stay out of harm's way.

• High Block Chance: Offers strong defensive layers with high armor and block.

Cons

• No Evasion or Spell Suppression: Lacks mitigation for specific damage types.

• Gameplay Style: Totem playstyle may feel tedious to some players.

Mandatory Uniques

1. Soul Mantle (Chest): Grants level 20 Spell Totem Support but curses you upon totem death.

2. Kikazaru (Ring): Mitigates the curses inflicted by Soul Mantle.

3. Self-Flagellation (Jewel): Provides up to 180% increased damage based on the number of curses affecting you.

3. Archmage Ice Nova Hierophant

• Class: Templar (Hierophant)

• Main Skill: Ice Nova

• Playstyle: High-mana, frost-based AoE build with unparalleled damage scaling.

Overview

This build utilizes Ice Nova and Frostbolt synergy to obliterate enemies. Frostbolts act as targets for Ice Nova, and with Kitava’s Thirst, Frostbolts are automatically cast, creating a fluid and efficient playstyle. The build focuses on stacking mana for massive damage scaling while maintaining strong defenses.

Pros

• Clear Speed: 10/10. Frostbolts and Ice Novas blanket the screen with damage.

• Boss Damage: 10/10. Overlapping Ice Novas deal absurd damage, melting even the toughest bosses.

• Survivability: 9/10. A high mana pool and instant leech mechanics ensure durability.

Cons

• Expensive: Requires at least 10 Divine Orbs for optimal performance.

• Gear Intensive: Demands mana-focused gear, which can be costly.

Mandatory Uniques

1. Kitava’s Thirst (Helmet): Automatically casts Frostbolts to enable seamless Ice Nova combos.

2. Anathema (Ring): Boosts your curse limit for greater offensive and defensive versatility.

Conclusion

All three builds offer incredible power and flexibility, catering to different playstyles and budgets.

• For fast clears and extreme bossing power: Archmage Arc Hierophant is your go-to.

• For a beginner-friendly and budget-conscious option: Arc Totems Hierophant is unbeatable.

• For unparalleled AoE destruction and stylish frostplay: Archmage Ice Nova Hierophant shines.

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